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Tempio di Ormelle and Mason
Tempio di Ormelle
Tempio di Ormelle
Tempio di OrmelleTempio di Ormelle
The name Tempio appeared in documents of 1178 and 1304 (Templo de Campanea) and the name mason in 1184 (Mansionis Templi), to indicate this typical religious settlement located along the land route for pilgrims to Jerusalem.
The Order was founded in Jerusalem in 1119 and acknowldged by the pope in 1128 at the Council of Troyes in France. Its disappearance is one of the most obscure events in the history of the Church.
Today's building has has many conotations of Romanesque architecture, both in its constructionsystem and in its decorative elements. The simple severe interior is reminiscent of the proportions of ancient architectural space. The bell tower is of another building stage. The frescoes date back to at least three distinct stages; 12th-13th centuries, 13th-14th centiries, which belong to a true Templar stage and the period that belong to the Order of Malta.
Guided tour of the monument is possible, check at the Town Hall of Ormelle, Piazza Vittoria, 2, tel. 0422/745017.
